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The Stream, March 13: South American Gold Rush Triggers Worries Over Water
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What are "social-environmental" conflicts? Why are mining projects…

The Stream, March 6: An Essay on Hunger
Droughts and Floods
Today's must-read: Paul Salopek's beautiful,…

The Stream, March 5: Severe Drought Grips Portugal
Water Shortages
A severe drought in Portugal is ravaging pastures…

The Stream, March 1: Drought Could Return to the Horn of Africa
Africa
A massive relocation program in Ethiopia is pitting village…

The Stream, February 29: Water Struggles At Fukushima
Asia
Water is essential for keeping Japan's damaged Fukushima…

The Stream, February 27: The U.S. Shale Oil Boom
Energy
The shale oil boom in the United States is putting a…

The Stream, February 24: South Africa Invests in Energy
Energy
South Africa may invest $78 billion in new nuclear power…

The Stream, February 23: New Report Adds Fuel to Fracking Debate
Energy
A new study by the University of Texas Energy Institute…

Global Perspectives: How Dry Weather in Argentina Could Affect Chicken Prices in Chicago
A South American drought keeps global grain reserves tight, but it could mean good things for North American corn producers.

The Stream, February 22: Africa’s Food Security
Water Quality
Environmental degradation, including waste water…

The Stream, February 17: U.S. House Moves Keystone XL Forward
Energy
A bill meant to speed up approval of the proposed Keystone…

The Stream, February 15: The World’s Water Footprint
The United States is the world's largest exporter, and one of…